Careers at Maru
Help us build practical AI systems for South African SMEs.
Last updated: January 2025
Effective date: January 1, 2025
Why Join Maru?
We make AI and automation accessible for small and medium-sized businesses across Africa.
We are a remote-first team focused on measurable business outcomes, not hype.
What We Value
🚀 Innovation & Experimentation
We encourage trying new approaches, testing ideas, and learning from failures. The AI landscape is evolving rapidly, and we stay ahead by being curious and adaptive.
🎯 Customer Obsession
Our clients' success is our success. We go beyond delivering solutions—we become partners in their growth journey and measure our impact by their results.
🤝 Collaboration & Transparency
We work as one team, sharing knowledge freely and communicating openly. No silos, no politics— just smart people working together to solve interesting problems.
📈 Continuous Learning
We invest in our team's growth through training, conferences, certifications, and hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies. Your development is our priority.
🌍 Local Impact, Global Ambition
We're proud to be based in South Africa and committed to building technology solutions that work for African businesses—while setting global standards for excellence.
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
We're building a sustainable business, not a burnout factory. Flexible hours, remote work, and a culture that respects your time and well-being.
Current Opportunities
We hire across disciplines and welcome strong candidates even when no formal role is listed.
Areas We're Hiring In:
AI/Automation Consultants
Help businesses identify automation opportunities, design AI-powered workflows, and implement solutions that drive real ROI.
Skills: Process analysis, CRM platforms (HubSpot, Salesforce), workflow automation, client communication
Full-Stack Developers
Build web applications, automation tools, and integration solutions using modern technologies like Next.js, TypeScript, and AI APIs.
Skills: React/Next.js, Node.js, TypeScript, API development, database design, AI/ML integration
Digital Marketing Specialists
Drive growth through SEO, content marketing, PPC campaigns, and marketing automation. Help us reach more SMBs who need our solutions.
Skills: SEO, Google/Meta Ads, content strategy, HubSpot marketing, analytics
Business Development / Sales
Identify and close opportunities with SMBs looking to scale with AI. Build relationships, run discovery calls, and demonstrate value.
Skills: B2B sales, CRM management, consultative selling, relationship building, SaaS experience
Don't see your role? We're always looking for exceptional talent across operations, customer success, design, and more. If you think you'd be a great fit for Maru, we want to hear from you.
Benefits & Perks
- Remote-First Culture: Work from anywhere in South Africa (or beyond)
- Flexible Hours: Manage your schedule to suit your productivity peaks
- Learning Budget: Annual allowance for courses, books, and conferences
- Latest Tools: Access to premium AI tools, software licenses, and platforms
- Equity Opportunities: Share in the company's success as we grow
- Team Retreats: Quarterly in-person gatherings to connect and collaborate
- Health & Wellness: Medical aid contributions and wellness benefits
Our Hiring Process
Application Review
We review your application, portfolio, or work samples within 5 business days.
Initial Conversation
A casual 30-minute chat to learn about your background, goals, and what you're looking for.
Skills Assessment
A practical task or case study relevant to the role (paid for projects requiring significant time).
Team Interview
Meet the team you'll be working with. We want to ensure it's a mutual fit.
Offer & Onboarding
If it's a match, we'll extend an offer and get you set up with everything you need to succeed.
Equal Opportunity
Maru is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We don't discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups in the tech industry and are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the markets we serve.
Ready to Apply?
Send your CV, portfolio, or LinkedIn profile to careers@maruonline.com along with a brief note about why you're interested in Maru and what you'd bring to the team.
We'd love to hear about:
- Projects you're proud of and what you learned from them
- Technologies or methodologies you're excited about
- How you think AI can transform businesses in Africa
- What you're looking for in your next role
Questions? Reach out to our team:
Email: careers@maruonline.com
General Inquiries: hello@maruonline.com
Or visit our contact page to get in touch.